India's keeper-batter admits keeping someone like Pant out of the XI comes with its own pressures, and also heaps praise on Shami

KL Rahul's batting position has been altered several times in ODI cricket as of late. He batted at number six in India's opening game against Bangladesh and against Pakistan, he didn't bat at all, despite India losing four wickets.

In recent times, as India has looked to mix up the order by having a left-right combo going, Rahul has often had to come down a position to accommodate Axar Patel at five.

Team India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has lavished praise on his teammate and star batter Virat Kohli ahead of his 300th ODI appearance in the Champions Trophy 2025 Group A match against New Zealand at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday,

Rahul appeared in front of the media for a press conference ahead of the India versus New Zealand game, and it clarified that none of the players from the Indian squad are facing any sort of fitness concerns.

KL Rahul was asked if there is any competition with Rishabh Pant for the wicketkeeper's spot in India team in the pre-match press conference ahead of Champions Trophy clash against New Zealand